Kawasaki GPZ 750 R - 1986 Specifications and Reviews

The 1986 Kawasaki GPZ 750 R is a sport-touring middleweight that appeals to riders seeking responsive performance and practical versatility. Powered by a liquid-cooled 748cc inline-four producing 92 horsepower, it delivers spirited acceleration and reliable handling at a manageable weight of 255 kilograms. Best known for balancing accessible sportiness with everyday usability, it remains a respected classic from Kawasaki's golden era of middleweight motorcycles.

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General information

CategorySport touring
Year1986
ModelKawasaki GPZ 750 R
 
 

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Transmission typefinal driveChain
Gearbox6-speed
Cooling systemLiquid
Fuel controlDOHC
Valves per cylinder4
Bore x stroke70.0 x 48.6 mm (2.8 x 1.9 inches)
Compression10.5:1
Power92.00
Stroke4
Engine typeIn-line four
Capacity:748.00 ccm (45.64 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Weight incl. oil, gas, etc255.0 kg (562.2 pounds)

Kawasaki GPZ 750 R dimensions and frame

Rear brakesSingle disc
Front brakesDual disc
Rear tyre dimensions130/80-18
Front tyre dimensions120/80-16

Speed and acceleration

Top speed224.0 km/h (139.2 mph)

Other specs

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Fuel capacity22.00 litres (5.81 gallons)

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

92 hp
Peak Power
3.6s
0-60 mph

Best For

Track55%
City55%
Cornering65%
Daily Riding65%
Touring75%
Passenger65%

Rider Profile

Best ForBest suited to riders with at least some prior experience on mid-to-large displacement bikes, given its era-typical power delivery and weight.
PurposeDesigned as a sport tourer that blends brisk in-line four performance with a more relaxed, mile-eating chassis setup.
Rider FitA moderately heavy 1980s machine that demands reasonable rider strength for slow-speed maneuvers and parking, though its seating position is not overly aggressive.
CharacterA classic air-of-its-time performance tourer with a smooth, revvy DOHC four-cylinder engine and confidence-inspiring stability at speed.
Not Ideal ForNot ideal for riders seeking modern razor-sharp agility, off-road capability, or ultra-lightweight nimble handling.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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